Why is homelessness rising even when unemployment is low and the economy is growing? In this episode of Interconnected, we uncover the hidden systems driving America’s housing crisis.

Through real data, historical context, and the stories of composite characters like Sarah, Marcus, and Elena—fictional voices based on real-world experiences—we explore the "shadow realm" of homelessness: the millions of working people living in cars, motels, or overcrowded apartments, invisible to the public eye.

We reveal how policies like the "29-hour cliff," housing scarcity, wage suppression, and systemic racial inequities create a perfect storm for instability—turning full-time work into a path to homelessness instead of security.

This episode doesn’t just identify problems; it challenges the myths we tell ourselves about addiction, mental illness, and personal responsibility. It asks the deeper question: "What changes once we see the unseen?"

Listen now to discover the systemic patterns shaping housing and labor—and why the crisis isn’t a glitch, but a feature of the system.

ACA subsidies are set to expire, leaving millions of Americans worried about skyrocketing health insurance premiums. But what if the real problem isn’t the subsidies disappearing—it’s the broken system behind rising costs?

In this episode, we uncover how healthcare pricing works (or doesn’t), why premiums keep climbing, and how subsidies are just a band-aid for a much larger issue. Featuring real stories and expert insights, we explore the hidden trap of the U.S. healthcare system—and what it means for the future of affordability.

Why does life feel unaffordable, even when the economy is "strong"?

In this episode of Interconnected, we dig into the growing affordability crisis that’s leaving millions struggling to keep up. Headlines claim inflation is cooling, wages are rising, and consumer spending is strong—but for many, the reality couldn’t be more different. Housing, food, medical care, and utilities are consuming more of our income than ever before, while the official numbers tell a story that doesn’t match our lives.

Through gripping stories and expert insights, we expose how the system measures affordability—and why it’s broken. From the myth of the "average consumer" to the devastating impact of compounding inflation, we reveal the hidden mechanisms that make survival costs impossible for so many.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning while everyone else seems fine, this episode will show you the truth: it’s not just you, and it’s not your fault.

🎧 Press play to uncover the affordability crisis—and see what the system doesn’t want you to see.